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Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Fri, 13 Nov 2026 18:09:00 +0000 Fri, 13 Nov 2026 18:09:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Andrews Autumn Conference: AI & Ministry https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69829 This conference brings together the sciences, Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary and Andrews University Press to explore AI’s opportunities and challenges in ministry, including a proposed practical guide for pastors. Dates: Nov. 12–13, 2026 Location: Seminary Chapel, Andrews University All are welcome! No registration is required. Fri, Nov 13, 2026 08:00 am -0500 Maker Lab Workshops: Advanced Electronics https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70508 Please <a href="https://electronicsadvanced.eventbrite.com" target="_blank">RSVP</a> for this event. Location: James White Library, Room 304 Date and Time: Nov. 13, 2–4 p.m. Description: Join us for a hands-on workshop introducing the use of a UNO microcontroller and its programming, as well as the use of sensors and other circuit elements. This program is free for students and employees of Andrews University. Cocurricular credit will be available. Fri, Nov 13, 2026 02:00 pm -0500 Sabbath Begins https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69859 Fri, Nov 13, 2026 05:27 pm -0500 Proximity Vespers https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69860 Fri, Nov 13, 2026 07:30 pm -0500 Pioneer @ Worship https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69862 Sat, Nov 14, 2026 09:00 am -0500 One Place Fellowship https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69861 Sat, Nov 14, 2026 11:45 am -0500 Pioneer @ Worship https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69862 Sat, Nov 14, 2026 11:45 am -0500 New Life Fellowship https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69863 Sat, Nov 14, 2026 11:45 am -0500 Men's Home Basketball Game vs. Miami Middletown https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69864 Sat, Nov 14, 2026 07:00 pm -0500 Andrews Wind Symphony: A Symphonic Voyage https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69252 Andrews University Wind Symphony Conductor: Denisse Santos-Gooden The Andrews University Wind Symphony maintains a significant travel schedule throughout the Great Lakes area and seeks to provide high quality music programs and concerts representative of Adventist education and Andrews University. The Wind Symphony has performed in England, France, Spain, Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Canada and throughout the United States.   Repertoire: Beyond the Horizon—Rossano Galante Under Western Skies—Kevin McKee I. Sundown II. Sunup—High Noon (Luke Mularczyk and Valeria Trevino, trumpet soloists) The Irish Washerwoman—Leroy Anderson Killer Tango—Sonny Kompanek (Andrews Brass) Courtly Airs & Dances—Ron Nelson I. Intrada IV. Saltarello (Italy) V. Sarabande (Spain) VI. Allemande (Germany) April in Paris—Vernon Duke, arr. Rick Stitzel (Jazz Ensemble) -Intermission- Olympic Fanfare—John Williams, arr. James Curnow Danzon No. 2—Arturo Márquez, trans. Oliver Nickel Variations on a Korean Folk Song—John Barnes Chance Arabian Dances—Roland Barrett (Oscar Flores, undergraduate student conductor) The Stars and Stripes Forever—John Philip Sousa, arr. Keith Brion   (65:50 minutes) Sat, Nov 14, 2026 07:30 pm -0500 Skate Night With Residence Life https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69865 Sun, Nov 15, 2026 12:01 pm -0500 Christmas Behind Bars https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69866 Sun, Nov 15, 2026 12:01 pm -0500 Sunday Music Series: Chi Yong Yun https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69540 Pianist Chi Yong Yun has been hailed by audiences and critics alike as an artist of rare poetic insight and pianistic brilliance. Yun’s performances as a soloist, recitalist and chamber musician have received critical acclaim throughout the United States, Europe and Asia. Born in Seoul, Korea, Yun moved to the United States at the age of 6, where she continued her musical studies. An avid pedagogue, teaching has been an important and substantial part of Yun’s career. She has given master classes throughout the U.S. and worldwide, and she is currently professor of music and director of keyboard studies at Andrews University. Sun, Nov 15, 2026 04:00 pm -0500 Senior Exhibition: Joyful Noise https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70520 Ryleigh Snow, senior BFA in graphic design student, will be exhibiting her work in the Harrigan Hall Gallery. The exhibit is free and open to the public. Handcrafted linocut prints and apparel will be available for purchase. Cocurricular credit will be available on Nov. 15 between 4–6 p.m. Sun, Nov 15, 2026 04:00 pm -0500 Intramural Badminton & Pickleball Season https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69869 Intramural Badminton & Pickleball Season, 11/16–12/3 Mon, Nov 16, 2026 12:01 pm -0500 Women's Home Basketball Game https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69867 Mon, Nov 16, 2026 06:00 pm -0500 Men's Home Basketball Game https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69868 Mon, Nov 16, 2026 08:00 pm -0500 Undergraduate Students: Cocurricular Short Courses 2.4 https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69870 Tue, Nov 17, 2026 11:30 am -0500 Drone Challenge Check-In: Missions Q&A https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70432 Location: James White Library, Room 304 Date and Time: Nov. 17, 11:30 a.m. Description:  <ul> <li> Required: final draft of components list with purchasing links</li> <li> Learning In-Session: Missions Q&A</li> </ul> Tue, Nov 17, 2026 11:30 am -0500 Career 101 Workshop: Missions, Service and Career https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70339 This session will help students understand how to leverage their service learning and missions experiences by properly documenting them on their resumes and in interviews. Participants will review how to demonstrate direct experience or transferrable skills gained at their service sites. This session is specifically for students who have served as missionaries or who have participated in service-learning projects. The session will take place on Nov. 17, 2026, from 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m. in Chan Shun Hall, Room 108. Cocurricular credit is provided. A hybrid option is available for distance learning students. Contact <a href="mailto:career@andrews.edu">career@andrews.edu</a> for details. Tue, Nov 17, 2026 11:30 am -0500 BELONG: Thanksgiving Meal https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69871 Tue, Nov 17, 2026 12:01 pm -0500 University Student Research Center https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70319 The University Student Research Center (USRC) has been established to support Andrews University students interested in building research skills. The URSC offers a 12-module, yearlong research development experience that moves students from research interests to measurable scholarly and professional outcomes. In each session, students will participate in a 40-minute, faculty-led didactic session, followed by two hours of guided, hands-on research support from experienced student research assistants. The third session will be held on Tuesday, October 6, at 5:30 p.m. in Buller Hall, Room 208. Baguette de France sandwiches will be provided this Tuesday for participants, and students attending at least 10 of the 12 sessions will be awarded a certificate of completion.  Click on this <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/services/research/student_resources/research_center.html">link</a> for more information and to register.   Tue, Nov 17, 2026 05:30 pm -0500 Beatha Shiorraidh: A Senior Voice Recital https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70530 David Ashley, a senior voice student at Andrews University, will present a vocal recital with works by Mozart, Verdi, Schubert, Hogan, Britten, and Rodgers and Hammerstein. The program will feature the world premiere of an original work by Michael Sandvik. This is a free event. No tickets are required. Wed, Nov 18, 2026 07:30 pm -0500 Chapel https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69872 Thu, Nov 19, 2026 11:30 am -0500 Theses due to the dissertation office for fall graduation https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69873 Thu, Nov 19, 2026 12:01 pm -0500 SEM: Thanksgiving Break Holiday, 11/20–29 https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69876 Fri, Nov 20, 2026 12:01 pm -0500 Sabbath Begins https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69874 Fri, Nov 20, 2026 05:21 pm -0500 Proximity Vespers https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69875 Fri, Nov 20, 2026 07:30 pm -0500 Pioneer @ Worship https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69878 Sat, Nov 21, 2026 09:00 am -0500 French Church https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69879 Sat, Nov 21, 2026 10:30 am -0500 One Place Fellowship https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69877 Sat, Nov 21, 2026 11:45 am -0500 Pioneer @ Worship https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69878 Sat, Nov 21, 2026 11:45 am -0500 New Life Fellowship https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69880 Sat, Nov 21, 2026 11:45 am -0500 Genesis Fellowship https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69881 Sat, Nov 21, 2026 11:45 am -0500 Open Gym https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69882 Sat, Nov 21, 2026 12:01 pm -0500 Lahing Kayumanggi: AUSO Fall Concert https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69255 <div class="xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs" color:="" font-size:="" segoe="" style="margin-inline: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; font-family: " ui=""> Graduate conducting student Lymuel Jay Ligsay will be leading this concert, offering audiences an opportunity to experience three distinct styles of orchestral music in one evening. Featuring works by composers such as Ludwig van Beethoven, Leo Sowerby and Lucio San Pedro, whose music celebrates his Filipino heritage, the program promises an engaging and diverse musical experience.</div> <div class="xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs" color:="" font-size:="" segoe="" style="margin-inline: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; font-family: " ui="">  </div> <div class="xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs" color:="" font-size:="" segoe="" style="margin-inline: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; font-family: " ui=""> This concert is free. No tickets are required.</div> ----------------------------------------- Andrews University Symphony Orchestra Conductor: Marc Élysée The Andrews University Symphony Orchestra is the core ensemble of the orchestral program at Andrews University. In addition to their current series at the Howard Performing Arts Center, the Symphony Orchestra travels within the Great Lakes region as well as internationally. Since 2006, the orchestra has performed in Italy, Austria, Germany, France, the Philippines and Costa Rica. Sat, Nov 21, 2026 07:30 pm -0500 South Bend Youth Symphony Orchestra https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70482 Experience the Power of Live Orchestral Music! South Bend Youth Symphony Orchestras—Fall Concert Sunday, Nov. 22, 2026, 4 p.m. Join the South Bend Youth Symphony Orchestras (SBYSO) for an inspiring afternoon of live orchestral music as more than 130 talented young musicians take the stage for the first full-length concert of the 2026–2027 season! Featuring powerful symphonic masterpieces, expressive melodies, and the remarkable talent of young musicians from across northern Indiana and southwest Michigan, this concert promises an unforgettable musical experience for audiences of all ages. The afternoon opens with the Concert Orchestra, conducted by Zac Coudret, performing a diverse program of orchestral favorites and evocative works, including: <ul> <li> Haydn/Isaac —"Symphony No. 88"</li> <li> Barnes—"Yorkshire Ballad"</li> <li> Wagner—"Ancient Echoes of Time"</li> </ul> The Symphony Orchestra, SBYSO’s advanced ensemble, takes the stage under the direction of Robert Boardman for a thrilling program featuring two works: the first movement of Mahler’s "Symphony No. 2," and “In the Hall of the Mountain King” by Edvard Grieg. The Symphony Orchestra will also feature David Polaniecki, winner of the 2025–2026 SBYSO Concert Competition, performing Paul Hindemith’s deeply expressive "Trauermusik"—a special opportunity to experience an outstanding young soloist alongside the full orchestra. With musicians ages 10–18 representing a ten-county region, SBYSO celebrates the dedication, artistry and passion of the next generation of classical musicians. Come experience the energy of a live performance and discover what these extraordinary young artists can accomplish together. SBYSO thanks our season sponsor, Indiana Trust Wealth Management, as well as the Community Foundation of Saint Joseph County and the Indiana Arts Commission, for their support. We invite you to join us for an afternoon of inspiring music and outstanding young talent.  Learn more about SBYSO: <ul> <li> Website: <a href="https://sbyso.org/" title="https://sbyso.org/">https://sbyso.org</a></li> <li> Email: <a href="mailto:sbyso@sbyso.org">sbyso@sbyso.org</a></li> <li> Call or text: 574-302-5900</li> </ul> Sun, Nov 22, 2026 04:00 pm -0500